MSC Sales Decrease 2.9% in First Quarter
Profit dips 1.7 percent for company in fiscal 2017 first quarter
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January 2017
SUPERVALU Sales Down 1.4% in Fiscal 3Q
Year-to-date sales decreased 4.4 percent year-over-year.
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Craftsman Deal: Sears Throws Monkey Wrench in Room
Stanley Black & Decker purchase further shakes up compressed market.
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U.S. Cutting Tool Consumption Increases in November
Cutting tool consumption decreases compared to prior month.
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Wholesale Distribution Disrupted, Part 2: Engage to Combat Disruption
Disruptive forces may have a big impact on the future performance of distributors. This article, the second in a three-part series, introduces a framework for harnessing these disruptive forces and identifies the capabilities distributors need to develop to successfully navigate the inflection point.
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- A breakdown of the E framework
- Creating a leading experience
- How to convey value to customers and partners
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- Why Field Sales Must Evolve: The Gorilla in the Room
- MDM-Baird Distribution Survey: Industry Sputtering Back to Life
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How to Navigate Key HR Issues in 2017
A new year and new administration means new employment and labor laws. Distributors in 2017 will need to pay close attention to changes in the law, as well as to changes in generational expectations and needs. This article examines how to approach pressing HR matters while also keeping an eye on continual concerns.
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- The importance of monitoring federal and local laws
- How to bolster HR to avoid legal issues
- Tailoring the workplace for millennials
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Commentary: Celebrating 50 Years of MDM
A look back at the evolution of Modern Distribution Management.
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MDM News Digest 4701
News briefs from December 26-January 10, 2017.
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Market Snapshot: Cutting Tools Market Demand in the U.S.
The MDM Market Snapshot, based on data from MDM Analytics, includes market demand for Cutting Tools by end user in the U.S., plus the top end users by 6-digit NAICS.
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Download this Issue in PDF: January 10, 2017
This is the PDF of this issue of Modern Distribution Management.
Table of Contents:
- Wholesale Distribution Disrupted, Part 2: Engage to Combat Disruption
- Commentary: Celebrating 50 Years of MDM
- How to Navigate Key HR Issues in 2017
- Market Snapshot: Cutting Tools Market Demand in the United States
- News Digest
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NFIB Small Business Optimism Rose in December
Index increases 7.4 points to 105.8 for the month.
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Recommended Reading: Don’t Let HR Issues Turn into Legal Issues
Create employee handbook to cover yourself as much as possible.
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Carlisle Acquires San Jamar
Acquisition strengthens company’s presence in foodservice sector.
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WD-40 Sales Down 3.5% in 1Q
Profit decreased 2.5 percent to $11.8 million.
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Mueller Water Products Sells Piping Systems Components Business
The manufacturer also named J. Scott Hall as its next president and CEO.
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Canadian Building Permits Dip in November
Declines led by lower construction intentions in Alberta across segments.
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November Manufacturing Technology Orders Down 2.4%
Signals point to a rebound in second quarter.
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Bunzl Acquires Companies in U.S. and UK
Company acquires Woodway and Packaging Film Sales.
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Acuity Brands Sales Up 15.6% in 1Q
First-quarter profit rose 19.4 percent to $81.7 million.
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